A. Over 2 million human poison exposures are reported to poison control centers nationwide on an annual basis. B. Over 50% of poison exposures occur in children less than 6 years of age. C. Every 30 seconds a child is...

Question of the Day Subject: Lead poisoning Q: How do I know if my child is at risk for lead poisoning and when should I have him tested? A: Lead poisoning is an important cause of learning disabilities, anemia (low blood count),...

What is Bisphenol A (BPA)? Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical compound used to manufacture polycarbonate plastics. Polycarbonate plastics are used as linings on many consumer products including: Sports bottles Baby bottles Food and drink containers Dental sealants Water cooler...

What is arsenic? Arsenic is an element widely distributed in the natural environment. It is found in two basic forms, organic and inorganic. Inorganic arsenic compounds are mainly used to preserve wood. Copper chromated arsenic (CCA) is used to make...

Alcohol use in teenagers Experimentation with alcohol during the teen years is common. In fact, according to the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse, almost 80% of high school students have tried alcohol. According to research by the National...